"This base will make us the most important logistics hub in the South Atlantic and will be fundamental for Argentina's geopolitical projection," Milei said, adding that he would urgently send a national sovereignty bill to Congress.

The president also announced faster sanctions under Law 26,659 against companies involved in oil extraction in areas Argentina considers to be under British occupation.

"The Falkland Islands are Argentine by history and by right. There is no discussion about it," Milei said, reaffirming that his government would continue pursuing the claim through diplomatic and legal means.

The Falkland Islands, around 500 kilometres off Argentina's coast, remain at the centre of a longstanding sovereignty dispute between Argentina and the United Kingdom. The dispute led to a 74-day war in 1982, in which 649 Argentine service members, 255 British personnel and three islanders were killed.

This improvement reflects advancements in healthcare, education, and living standards throughout the continent.

The highest life expectancies are found in the southern regions, with Chile leading at 78.9 years, followed by the Falkland Islands at 78.6 years, and French Guiana at 77.2 years.

However, disparities remain, as Bolivia (63.6 years), Guyana (65.7 years), and Paraguay and Suriname (both 70.3 years) record the lowest life expectancies.

These figures highlight ongoing challenges related to healthcare access and economic development, particularly in more remote and less developed areas.